Rouen Hatchling

Welcome your Rouen journey with these adorable hatchlings! Fresh from the egg (up to 48 hours old), these fluffy ducklings will grow into the most stunning, hardy ducks you'll ever own - with gorgeous mallard-like coloring and gentle, food-motivated personalities!

What Makes Rouen Hatchlings Special:

• Stunning Mallard Coloring: Will develop gorgeous iridescent green heads (drakes) and beautiful brown plumage with vibrant wing patches (hens)
• Gentle Giants: Calm, docile, and incredibly food-motivated - perfect for families
• Good Layers: Will grow into ducks producing 100-150 large eggs per season
• Excellent Mothers: Hens make devoted, protective mothers to their ducklings
• Hardy & Cold-Tolerant: Robust breed that thrives in various climates
• Heritage Breed: Help preserve this beautiful French breed

Brooding Essentials: Provide 90-95°F heat for the first week, reducing by 5°F weekly. Ensure access to fresh water (shallow dish to prevent drowning) and quality starter feed.

Perfect for homesteaders seeking beautiful, gentle ducks with calm personalities. These hatchlings will bond with you as they grow into stunning dual-purpose ducks that provide good egg production while being wonderful, food-motivated companions.

Age: From fresh hatch to 48 hours